He served in the Mexican War in 1847, on recommendation of Lt. Col Belton.
Recieved a certificate of Merit from President Fillmore
Commissioned Capt of Co D 5th NH Regiment
Volunteered Oct 12 1861
He fell early in the Battle of Fredricksburg while leading a gallant band of the defenders of the country
A kind father and husband, a patriotic citizen, a brave and faithful soldier and officer.
His last words were:
That flag never has and never shall be disgraced"
taken directly from his headstone
He served in the Mexican War in 1847, on recommendation of Lt. Col Belton.
Recieved a certificate of Merit from President Fillmore
Commissioned Capt of Co D 5th NH Regiment
Volunteered Oct 12 1861
He fell early in the Battle of Fredricksburg while leading a gallant band of the defenders of the country
A kind father and husband, a patriotic citizen, a brave and faithful soldier and officer.
His last words were:
That flag never has and never shall be disgraced"
taken directly from his headstone
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